In Aquino v. Bondfield Construction Co. 2024 SCC 31, the Supreme Court of Canada provided clarity about when fraud by a corporation’s directing mind can be attributed to the corporation. Early last year, The Litigator reported that the Supreme Court had granted leave to appeal the Ontario Court of Appeal’s decision that fraudulent transfers to a directing mind were done to evade creditors (2022 ONCA 202). The Supreme Court of Canada essentially agreed with the decisions below, and clarified the test for when fraud can be attributed to a corporation. Aquino had been taking millions of dollars from his two ... [more] Full article
In Ernst & Young Inc. v Aquino (2022 ONCA 202), the Ontario Court of Appeal upheld a lower court’s ruling that the controlling mind of a bankrupt corporation can be ... [more] Full article
The recent Supreme Court decision in Royal Bank of Canada v. Trang has provided important guidance on how Canada’s federal privacy legislation, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ... [more] Full article
407 ETR Concession, the company that owns and runs most of Ontario’s Highway 407 – an open access highway – has lost a key tool to enforce payment of tolls, ... [more] Full article
Michael Binetti*, Managing Partner of Affleck Greene McMurtry LLP, brings a wealth of litigation experience, with extensive expertise in both trials and appeals. Known for his strategic legal acumen, Michael has consistently demonstrated his ability to navigate complex cases and deliver successful outcomes across a wide range of litigation areas. Peers and clients alike praise Michael as an “excellent and creative lawyer” who “finds unique solutions to complex problems” and “knows how to win.” Recognized for his dedication and professionalism, he is described as a “strong advocate who always looks out for the best interests of his clients” and provides “timely, honest, and extremely valuable counsel.” Michael’s reputation for excellence is underscored by his inclusion in ranking services such as Best Lawyers, Lexology, and Lexpert.
Adam’s litigation practice includes a range of matters involving civil and commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, administrative law, competition law, and insurance defence. Adam joined AGM having completed his articles at a leading international law firm and graduated from the McGill University Faculty of Law.
Peter is a widely recognized and renowned litigator with substantial expertise in high profile and complex Commercial Litigation at the trial and appellate levels. Peter acts as counsel for insurance companies on professional liability, E&O claims, Director's and Officer's liability, and surety, fidelity and dishonesty bond claims. He has particular expertise in securities litigation and Regulatory Hearing, and has acted for Canada's largest investment firms. He regularly acts as defence counsel in large Class Actions before the courts in Ontario, and before national and provincial Regulatory agencies, boards and tribunals. Peter is regularly involved in large product liability and construction contract cases involving Construction Liens or Surety Bonds.
Meredith has earned an impressive reputation for her skill and abilities in Commercial Litigation and Administrative Law, appearing at all levels of court in Ontario, before the British Columbia Court of Appeal, and before the Supreme Court of Canada.
David is a determined and committed advocate for his clients. David has extensive courtroom experience, having successfully appeared as lead counsel in trials, hearings, motions, and appeals. David is also a skillful negotiator, having successfully negotiated the resolution of numerous cases. David is ranked as a leading practitioner in competition law by both Lexpert and Who’s Who Legal, and has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his expertise in corporate and commercial litigation, and competition law. David is also rated as AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell (the highest rating possible), with his peers at competitor law firms noting that David is an “excellent lawyer and advocate”, he is “diligent and creative in his approach”, and “is capable of taking charge in the largest commercial and insurance claims”. David has a broad practice in commercial litigation, insurance law, and competition law.
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